We complete the eMedical with you- this includes a health questionnaire, a declaration (which is a legal statement you need to sign), some “biometrics” measurements by the nurse or doctor (such as a vision test, height and weight and blood pressure), and a physical exam by the doctor.

People who are 5 years or older also need other tests, which are all included in the price and will be done in the same appointment- see below:

5 to 10 years: urine test

11 to 14 years: urine test and may need Chest Xray

15 to 69 years: urine test, blood test and may need Chest Xray

70 years and older: urine test, blood test, brain function test and may need an XRay

*If you need an XRay, we will have arranged it for you to be done straight after your medical.

We provide medical assessments. We do know the basic rules that apply to visa applications, but we are not part of the Immigration Department, and it is important that you speak with Immigration New Zealand so you are sure about what checks you need, and when you need them.

If your situation is complicated, you may prefer to speak to an independent Immigration Agent. We have a list of some agents on our website.

Changing or cancelling your appointment:Please ring us as soon as you can if you have to cancel or change your appointment.

If you do not show up for your appointment, or you give us less than 1 working days notice that you need to change or cancel your appointment, then you will be charged a re-booking fee of $100, and you will need to pay an advance deposit of $100 on your next appointment, and you will not be entitled to any discount that may be offered at the time.

Women need to have a urine test as part of the medical, and this test must show no blood, protein or glucose. During your period, the blood will show up as a positive test. Please call us to discuss the choices, but basically, there are two options:

You can have the medical, but you will have to come back for a urine test when your period finishes- this only takes a couple of minutes and you do not need an appointment if you come back between 08.30 and 17.00 on Monday to Friday. OR

You can call us to change your appointment so that you come in after your period finishes.

The doctor has to make sure you are healthy, so when the doctor examines you, you will need to take most of your clothes off, but you leave your underwear on. That is, men leave their underpants on, women leave their bra and underpants/knickers on. So when you come for your appointment, please make sure you wear underwear under your normal clothes.
You may leave head coverings on for the examination as long as the doctor is still able to check your eyes, and ears, as well as the skin on your head if the doctor needs to.

a breast examination is required for women over 50 but not if they can provide a mammogram results from the previous 12 months. Occasionally, a breast examination may be needed for younger women who have had a history of significant breast problems

check your abdomen (stomach)

check your lower legs

if you have had certain health problems in the past, the doctor may need to check other things such as lymph glands in your groin (if this is necessary, the doctor will explain why).

After your appointment

We are trying to help you get approval from Immigration as quickly as possible, so about 90% of the time we will complete the medical and send it to Immigration on-line within 2-3 working days.

A few people have problems with the medical examination or the results, and if this is not sorted out, this can delay the process within Immigration, so we will help you so that we provide them with any extra information as quickly as possible. This might involve old specialist reports, or another blood or urine test. Sometimes this involves extra cost to you. We will advise you about this.

Our doctor will email you as soon as they have checked all your results, and will be happy to send you copies of your results. If the results of the medical examination or results are not normal, we will email or ring you and advise you the best way to proceed. You can choose to come in for an extra consultation if you need extra time to discuss results, but mostly this is not necessary.

But if there is something wrong with your standard blood tests, then Immigration NZ usually requires a test to be repeated. We will only suggest an extra test if we are sure that it will be required by Immigration.

And if you have a chronic health problem, our doctor may ask you to supply more information (for example, from previous specialists), or may suggest an extra blood or urine test. We do this to help get your application through Immigration more quickly.

No, we are not set up to provide gp services, but we can advise you about good doctors near where you live or work.

Testimonials

Testimonials

B Y___ (India)

Feb 2017

Dear Dr. Phil and Stephanie,
Thank you very much for sending the results of my tests.
It is good to get this and we can start applying for the visa.
We had a most lovely time under your care and …we really appreciate the care with which you saw through the whole process.
My best,

J___ (U.K.)

March 2018

Hey Phil,
Thanks for the good news…. and thanks for everything you guys have done. Much appreciated.
Best wishes

E___ (Hawaii)

Nov 2015

Dear Life Clinic,
Thank you for all of your help in this immigration process. I just want to say that your staff has not only been extremely professional and organized but also warm and welcoming. These things certainly make a difference when dealing with the sometimes stressful situations of immigration visas and health check-ups.
I will certainly recommend your clinic to anyone else who may need a medical exam in the future.
Thank you again.

A M__ (India)

G__ (U.K.)

Thank you for your email and that's great news! I found the service at your clinic brilliant! Helpful, friendly and quick! I will definitely recommend to others!
Kind regards

M J ____ (Philippines)

June 2015

Thank you so much and i really enjoy your service..
More power to your team.

J__ (U.K.)

Feb 2017

Thanks you for all your help, emails and calls regarding my visa medical process. It's made my life that bit easier over a slightly uncertain time for me. I appreciate the feedback/ results and look forward to hearing back from immigration.
Kind regards

T___ (France)

April 2016

Thanks all for the fast and quick handling!
Appreciated,

R H __(China )

July 2015

Thank you very much for taking care of my things, doctor ! This is a good news for me! Hope you have a nice day!
Best wishes,

A___ (Netherlands)

Dec 2015

Dear Dr Phil White,
Thank you very much for the good news and the great service ! 10/10 would recommend !
Kindest regards,

Team

Life Clinic Team

The team at Life Clinic is committed to providing the highest standards of care. Our clinical director provides oversight and advice to our nursing and medical team. Our clinical team members are all registered with their relevant professional bodies and maintain the ongoing educational requirements for registration with these boards.

Dr. Phil White

Clinical Director and Doctor

I started Immigration Express in 2007 after working for many years as a gp (family doctor). I wanted to give people coming to New Zealand/ Aotearoa the very best service possible and I still love the job. I also love travelling, languages, tramping, golf (and almost any other sport!), and gardening.

Dr Stephanie Smith

Doctor

Working at Life Clinic is great because the people we see here are generally well and making big changes in their lives, either a permanent move of country or visiting to work. I get to meet individuals and families from a wide range of backgrounds and it is lovely to be reminded of how diverse our world is.

Chris Clarke

Nurse

I am an experienced nurse and I have worked at the Life Clinic for the past 7 years. I have a special interest in Wellness and Occupational health and recently completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Wellness from Melbourne’s RMIT. I love travelling, meeting people, and have recently started cycling which I also love!

Jo Peace

Nurse

Jo has worked at Immigration Express since 2014, and also works at a medical centre in Wellington. Jo loves family and exercise (especially mountain biking).

Sheryal Todd

Nurse

Sheryal has worked at Immigration Express since 2017, and loves gardening, walking.

Judi Harrison

Reception Staff

I am Judi and I just love my job here with the Life Clinic team. I get to meet new and interesting people from all over the world.
I also love Wellington because the beach is my favourite place. I enjoy the city life and the huge range of amazing cafe's and restaurants. Come fly with me!

Bonnie (Qi) Wang

Reception Staff

I am Bonnie, I was born in Shandong , China. I have been in New Zealnd for 14 years. I love Yoga, swimming and running. I graduated from Massey University. I have been working for Life Clinic since 2015. I love my job and I love to communicate with people from different cutlure backgrounds.

Jo Howell

Reception Staff

I am Jo. I work here at Life Clinic. It's a wonderful place to work as you get to meet so many interesting and lovely people from around the world! When not at work I am a mum of two teenage daughters and I am an avid reader of news and books.